University of Himachal Pradesh

The University of Himachal Pradesh was recognized as a Centre with Potential for Excellence in Himalayan Studies by UGC (University Grants Commission) in 2002. It is the only affiliating university in the state and also the first one to start distance education in India.

Postgraduate applicants for Science subjects and Computer Applications are selected on the basis of entrance examinations that usually take place in the month of May. The aspirants of post graduation in arts and humanities are selected on merit basis (marks obtained at the graduation level). The last date of admission for undergraduate classes has been fixed to 30th June of every year.

Scholarships

Merit scholarships for specific subjects

Group wise merit scholarships

Scholarships for sports

Scholarships for cultural activities

UGC scholarships

Poverty-cum-Brilliance Scholarship Scheme

Scholarship scheme for Low Income Group (PG courses)

H.P.U. Junior Research Fellowships for LL.M./Ph.D.

H.P.U. Senior Fellowships, for Post Doctoral Research

U.G.C. Junior Research Fellowships for Ph.D

Examinations & Results

Examinations of the Himachal Pradesh University are conducted under the semester system.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for undergraduate courses have to pass their 10+2 examinations. Postgraduate aspirants need to have a graduation degree from a recognized university. The eligibility criteria are different for each department and course.

Established in the Year

1970

Website

http://hpuniv.nic.in/HPU.htm

Facts & Figures

The university provides free education to girl students and one seat is kept reserved under each department for single girl child.